Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code
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The NFPA 58-2020 standard is an essential resource for ensuring safety in the LP-Gas (propane) industry. It provides comprehensive safety requirements for LP-Gas installations, aiming to protect homes, businesses, and industrial settings. The 2020 edition of the standard has been updated to incorporate state-of-the-art technology and reflect industry best practices.
Key features of the NFPA 58-2020 standard include guidelines for container construction, design of piping systems, and proper separation of LP-Gas containers from buildings. It also covers the safe handling of LP-Gas during transfer and storage, addressing operator qualifications, maximum filling quantities, and pre-transfer inspections.
Notable updates in the 2020 edition of the standard include requirements for fire-resistance rating and noncombustible materials, allowing the use of specific types of steel and stainless steel in piping, clarification on fire extinguisher selection, and the introduction of inspection requirements for certain connections.
The NFPA 58-2020 standard serves as a necessary tool for designers, health and safety managers, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and insurance professionals to stay ahead of modern LP-Gas hazards.
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 10.3 MB |
